Communications Specialist

Skills
CommandEarned MediaFact SheetsInfluencer MarketingJournalismKeyword ResearchManagement
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • 3-6 years of experience in public relations communications journalism or related field
  • Bachelor's degree in public relations marketing digital communications or journalism strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of the Christian market niche in the United States
  • Proficiency using Claude and other AI tools
  • Knowledge of influencer marketing and creator partnerships
  • Strong understanding of social and digital trends
  • Ability to track interpret and report on performance metrics
  • Skilled in communications strategy and planning
  • Exceptional writer and communicator across multiple formats
  • Command of AP style
  • Proficiency with media monitoring platforms such as Meltwater
  • Familiarity with Trello Slack Canva Microsoft MacOS and Google Workspace
  • Ability to manage multiple projects from conception to completion
  • Self-starter who can work independently and in team settings

Nice to have

  • wise
  • curious
  • humble
  • innovative
  • organized
  • responsive
  • exacting
  • collaborative
  • flexible

Day to day

  • Serve on select client accounts and support an account team lead across integrated communications work
  • Develop brand strategy materials including audits, stakeholder interviews, audience surveys, positioning, messaging frameworks, and strategic plans
  • Create earned media, influencer marketing, crisis communications, leader platform, live event, staff activation, succession planning, AI discovery, and performance reporting deliverables

Hiring process

  • Email a human-written cover letter, resume, and work samples